Irish Players Bow Heads During Israeli Anthem Again
Translated & summarized from Ynet by baba
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- Irish players bowed heads during Israeli anthem before match.
- This was a repeat of a similar protest in their previous game.
- The Irish team also refused handshakes and flag ceremonies previously.
- The match was held without spectators due to protests in Ireland.
- Widespread protest in Ireland against Israel is cited as the reason.
Players of the Irish national team again refused to stand for the Israeli national anthem, "Hatikvah," before their match against Israel, held in Serbia. The players bowed their heads during the anthem, repeating a similar protest from their previous encounter.
In their prior game, held in Debrecen, the Irish team also declined to shake hands with the Israeli players, skipped the traditional flag exchange ceremony, and bowed their heads during "Hatikvah." Some reserve players reportedly turned their backs to the field.
Many in Ireland had called for a boycott of the recent match. The Irish team ultimately hosted the game without spectators, citing "operational challenges." However, the article suggests the true reason was widespread protest in Ireland against Israel.
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